Podcasts about Allegiance

Please support the show at https://www.patreon.com/friendlyatheistpodcast. Donors now get access to a new BONUS episode. Jessica and I sat down to talk about several stories from the past week involving religion and politics. — Please join our Discord server! — The attack on Salman Rushdie is an attack on free expression. (1:38) (Note: Read this for more background on Rushdie and why The Satanic Verses is controversial.) — An evangelical pastor demonized "wokeism" after making up his own definition of the word. (14:52)  — The Fargo School Board in North Dakota nixed the Pledge of Allegiance at meetings… then reversed course after threats. (22:28) — A Missouri pastor apologized after a sermon clip of him demanding a luxury watch from his congregation went viral. (32:09) — A Texas school district banned the Bible. Oops. (39:25) — The Department of Justice is investigating the Southern Baptist Convention. (48:52) — Evangelist Beth Moore's crush on Jesus infuriated Southern Baptist men. (54:30) — Atheists won a settlement against Arkansas State Sen. Jason Rapert. (1:02:20)

On this 116th episode of Ask Charlie Anything, Charlie takes the questions you send him at Freedom@CharlieKirk.com with a focus on ALL stories other than the raid of Mar-a-Lago. Questions include:  Now that the CDC has changed its COVID guidelines, should those people who lost their jobs because of the COVID shot now get their jobs back with backpay? Did a Fargo, ND school board really ban saying the pledge of Allegiance? Do we now have the nations first 'Pediatric Trans Surgery' Center? Did we really have zero inflation in July? Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What's Trending: King County crime was out of control over the weekend, it might hit 89 degrees and now THAT is considered a heat event in Seattle for some unknown reason, and J.K. Rowling called for Twitter's guidelines following a death threat. Oak Harbor school counselors may be allowed to tell parents that their kids came out as trans, and North Dakota parents furious after school board nixes Pledge of Allegiance.  Olympia City Council to vote on housing code changes to provide relief to renters.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The school board in Fargo, North Dakota, has voted to stop reciting the Pledge of Allegiance due to the words “under God.” Author Salman Rushdie was stabbed roughly ten times Friday as he prepared to speak at the Chautauqua Institution in western New York. And a perceptive essay in the New York Times explains why Iran remains such a threat to the US. In The Daily Article for August 15, 2022, Dr. Jim Denison considers these news stories and why Christians should embrace our missional command to “do all to the glory of God” (1 Corinthians 10:31). on the stupendous magnificence of God's creation, see my latest article, “Supergiant Betelgeuse has unprecedented stellar eruption.” Please request your copy of What Are My Spiritual Gifts? today. In it you'll learn about 17 spiritual gifts and read of people in the Bible who exemplify each gift. Moreso, you'll learn why God specifically gifted you the way he did.

In the third hour, Rich discusses how the “woke culture” continues to reface society in today's news. A North Dakota school board has nixed reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. The Fargo School Board voted 7-2 Tuesday to drop the Pledge from the start of its bi-weekly meetings because members didn't feel it was inclusive, apparently taking issue with the phrase: “Under God.” Rich talks about “woke” critics in movies and references to life.

The practice of Christian Meditation helps us live with the peace of Christ. Relax to the sounds of ocean waves. Do you know your destiny? Meditate on Philippians 3:20. Find peace and rest during this guided meditation for mind and body with deep breathing, prayer, and scripture. Use these meditations as a bible study in the morning to center yourself on the truth in God's word. For more Bible meditations, download the Abide app: https://abide.co/awesome

A Fargo school board drops the Pledge of Allegiance over the phrase "under God", PLUS-- More Nuttiness on College Campuses with Campus Reform! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the Zeoli Show,  Search Warrant of Trump's Mar-a-Lago  Rich discussed Attorney General Merrick Garland's efforts to continue an F.B.I search on former President Trump's homes as they continue to find declassified documents. No public indication of what documents the F.B.I is searching for but those documents must remain undisclosed from public attention. Can this raid prevent any chances in Trump's potential 2024 election? Facebook has officially come to an end. A study showed teenagers and young children use Youtube as their number one social media platform over Tiktok, Snapchat, Instagram, or Facebook. Facebook is still leading as a popular social media among adults despite not being popular among the younger generations. As Covid continues to gain more immunity, Monkeypox is now the leading virus in the U.S. Sex workers are at greater risk of the virus.  The Raids equals an easy 2024 President Election? Rich discussed potential information on raids of former President Trump. Many sources believe that Trump has very important information on possible threats against the U.S if the wrong hands get a hold of the information. Rich believes these raids are a strategy from the Democratic Party as a way to get Trump to be elected to have an “easy” shot to win in the 2024 presidential election. Political activist and tax reduction advocate Grover Norquist joins the show to talk about the inflation reduction act. Also Rich asked why the IRS has so many armed weapons in the workforce. What's on the cut sheet Pt. 1 School board drops Pledge of Allegiance over ‘under God' phrase Rich discusses how the “woke culture” continues to reface society in today's news. A North Dakota school board has nixed reciting the Pledge of Allegiance. The Fargo School Board voted 7-2 Tuesday to drop the Pledge from the start of its bi-weekly meetings because members didn't feel it was inclusive, apparently taking issue with the phrase: “Under God.” Rich talks about “woke” critics in movies and references to life. Rising Prices Could Become a Business Risk In the final hour of the Zeoli show, global food prices and shortages stemming from the war in Ukraine could create further economic turmoil. 50 countries depend on Russia and Ukraine for 30% or more of their grain supplies. Recent studies have shown that prices will eventually go down to make food more affordable.  Food Cravings, the Zeoil army talk about their favorite food cravings and unique food mixes. As gas is starting to go down Peco's electricity price will begin to rise. Peco's residential electric price is set to increase by 11.4% on Sept. 1 for most residential customers, or about $6.53 a month for a typical household bill. Peco's electricity supply charge has increased 36% over six consecutive quarters since prices bottomed out in March 2021. What's on the cut sheet Pt.2 

Nyamal Dei is the Executive Director of Kondial Kel International program and Clay County Public Health, and was recently elected onto the Fargo School Board. She joins our guest host, Governor Ed Schafer, to talk about the recent controversy around the Fargo School Board and the Pledge of Allegiance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Recap of the macro plot for books 15-21, Allegiance of Honor to Storm Echo. This does include spoilers for Storm Echo, but I clearly state when we are about to move into that section

Today's show rundown: Is there anything going on in the news today Chuck? Mark is going to do the Pledge of Allegiance to the Banana Republic. At the rate the Democrats are going, we are going to owe Adolf Hitler an apology. Mark has gone on raids as a cop - to execute a warrant on a hardened criminal. They never turned on lights and sirens, the things are stage craft, all a show - with the intent to separate True from his base. The actions of the Democrats, the DOJ, the IRS all these groups are showing us all - they are coming for all of us. They don't need 80 thousand new agents to "go after" the top 1%. The Left accomplished this new bill to strengthen their base of power. Even though they preach that it'll be great for us, and good for the masses. Back to Mar-a-Lago - The FBI and DOJ which is now just a weaponized arm of the Left sent after political enemies. This sitting President is disliked, he has failing faculties, he believes 98 percent of America wants him to win the next Presidential Election. The Left knows they are under water. What happened to the rule that the FBI and DOJ don't do anything within 90 Days of an election. Princess Bride Inconceivable - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9MS2y2YU_o&ab_channel=Movieclips Jim that's highly Illogical - https://dailycaller.com/2022/08/09/dariush-mozaffarian-white-house-conference-nutrition-food-compass-cereal-meat/ Mark Health Tip - https://trimvana.com/ - 30 Day Free Trial only paying shipping and handling https://www.foxnews.com/politics/gop-slams-weaponization-doj-after-trumps-mar-a-lago-raided-fbi-dems-call-accountability

Picard gets kidnapped to an escape room but no one on the Enterprise is the wiser because he was replaced with a reckless doppelgänger. Plus Getting to Know Food, Trek Trivia, and more! Thanks for listening, hope you enjoy, and tell a friend! Follow us on twitter: @BesottedGeekPod Email the show: besottedgeek@gmail.com Check out our website: besottedgeek.com Buy some stuff: teepublic.com/user/besottedgeek  etsy.com/shop/untidyvenus, code “besotted” Support the show: patreon.com/besottedgeek Watch Stork suck at video games most weekdays 8:30am-ish EST: twitch.tv/besottedgeek & YouTube

Thanks for checking out the Neanderthal Society Podcast. Today we're talking to Ross Trenary, formerly of Allegiance, Some Still Believe, Love Lies Bleeding and Sacred. Ross also currently plays guitar in a yet to be named band featuring former members of Allegiance and Embrace The End. Over the course of the conversation, we discuss growing up Kansas City, moving to Redding, skateboarding, loving Nirvana, playing guitar, finding Punk and Hardcore, discovering AFI and Redemption 87, the influence and impact of After The Fall, joining Some Still Believe, moving to the Bay Area, attending UC Berkeley, joining Allegiance, the origins and history of the band, touring the states, releasing records on Rivalry, the final days of the band, life after Allegiance, getting into cycling, moving to Israel, the Israeli Hardcore scene, coming back to the states, his career in finance and renewable energy, fatherhood, new musical projects and much more… Thanks for listening, enjoy the episode and please remember to follow us on Instagram. Hardcore lives.-Nathan neanderthal-society.cominstagram.com/neanderthalsocietyinstagram.com/neanderthalsocietypresents depop.com/neanderthalsociety 

What is something that you have an allegiance for? A brand, a person, an item? As we start our series The Book of Philippians: A No-Frills Guide to Christian Living, our main focus is going to be allegiance. But instead of things or items, we are going to talk about our allegiance to Jesus and his kingdom. Through this series, we want to emphasize how we as his followers can grow and continue to mature in our allegiance and faith. After you watch the message let us know what you think in the comments below! What are some ways you can mature in your allegiance for Christ?____Lead Pastor Dave Ferguson begins our series: The Book of PhilippiansWant to watch the whole service? https://youtu.be/IScnJiX39rs____Learn more: https://www.communitychristian.org/Watch LIVE: https://live.communityonline.tv/(Sundays at 7:30a, 9a, & 10:30a  CST)Sign up for the Bible Reading Plan: https://www.communitychristian.org/resources/bible/Join a small group: https://www.communitychristian.org/connectGive: https://www.givenow.cc____#WeAreTheChurch#BeTheChurch#Philippians

Hi Crushes! We're back with rapid fires, favorite matches, and soccer headlines. We discuss what's smarter than Jack Grealish? and recap what it was like to see Chelsea in real life. Then we're joined by Ally! Ally answers our rapid fires and shares a two-city soccer love story and we start planning our trip to St. Louis for soccer and toasted ravioli. @soccer_crush @mainframe404

Trudi begins the series with a look at why God spoke the Ten Words and why the first word is so important to live out. Download the class notes. Based on the book of the same name by Jen Wilkins, Ten Words to Live By (Amazon affiliate link) finds delight, encouragement, and direction in the … Continue reading "PTT585-Undivided Allegiance"

What is the foundation of the disciple, according to Jesus? In Luke 6v46-49 Jesus tells a parable about two different people, building their houses on two different foundations. He's telling us there's two ways you can build your life… Those who only call him Lord, are recognizing reality, but are stopping short of living in it. True disciples not only recognize their King, but submit in allegiance to Him, responding to the words He speaks. Allegiance to King Jesus, commitment to God's way and God's people, and deep connection to the Father are what our lives ought to be marked by as disciples. May we be the type of disciples who trust Him to the degree that we can take Him at His word every time He speaks. That we would see heaven come to earth through the commitment of God's people to His heart and His ways

Justina Page is an international speaker and natural storyteller who speaks with a bold and refreshing honesty that touches the hearts of audiences. Her speeches unfold with a combination of humor, insightful observation and wisdom, as well as practical application. Justina is a woman whose faith was tested by fire. She now inspires audiences across the country with a powerful message of hope and triumph. She is the author of the award-winning book, The Circle of Fire which tells the story of how Justina's life was changed forever when fire swept through her home, March 7, 1999. The loss of her 22-month-old twin son, Amos, the severe and lasting injuries of her other twin son, Benjamin, and her own devastating experience of third-degree burns covering 55 percent of her body affected the entire family. She is also the author of 16 other literary works. From the ashes of fire, a new hope has emerged. She is the Founder and Executive Director of The Amos House of Faith, a non-profit organization, established to provide post-burn support to children and families affected by burn trauma. She is a voice over actor and children audio producer. She is a supporting actress in the award-winning faith-based movie We Are Stronger and the very powerful and inspirational TV series Breaking Strongholds.

WEDNESDAY 7/27/22: Former President Trump plans his women's basketball team. A news and local police precinct warn of a very serious national issue. Sabrina participates in some specific police training. A GOP rally adds words to the Pledge of Allegiance.

Dr. Jack Goodyear July 24, 2022 Good Governments Ecclesiastes 10:16-17 Unlucky the land whose king is a young pup, ​ And whose princes party all night.​ Lucky the land whose king is mature,​ Where the princes behave themselves​ And don't drink themselves silly.​ -Ecclesiastes 10:16-17 (The Message) “Despite their radical differences in terms of theology, both Williams and Jefferson agreed on the desirability of religious disestablishment, Williams because he sought to maintain a pure church and Jefferson because he sought political stability...It has lent political stability by diverting social discontent into the religious sphere, and it has ensured religious vitality by guaranteeing untrammeled expression in the free marketplace of American religion.” – Randall Balmer, Blesses Assurance​  1. Good government requires leaders of good character 2. Good government requires good followers​ 3. Good government requires church and state separation​ “The gospel we preach and teach is not an individual gospel or a social gospel. It is a gospel that knows no limits in its application to life. It is a message for the total man, and hence it is also a message for every aspect of the world in which we live.” – T. B. Maston​ “Let us develop a kind of dangerous unselfishness.” – Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. ​ “For the church to be the church and the state to be the state requires that the identity of each be clearly maintained. Allegiance to God and allegiance to Caesar are never to be the same, and in fact suggest always a conflict or tension with which the Christian knows he must live. National loyalty is not the supreme allegiance of man…The very mixing of allegiance to God with patriotism, so characteristic of many of the militant organized movements today crusading under the banner of Americanism, is a dangerous threat to both the freedom of the state and the freedom of the church.” – James E. Wood, Jr.​ “Christianity has adjusted itself much too easily to the worship of power. It should give much more offence, more shock to the world, than it is doing. Christianity should take a much more definite stand for the weak than for the potential moral right of the strong.” – Dietrich Bonhoeffer​ “The rising tide of American nationalism, which seeks to express itself in terms of religious faith, would make religion in America a culture religion or tribal faith. To be a good American and to be a good Christian are not one and the same and can never be… God and religion are not something our nation can possess or which can be contained within our national life; nor is God some national resource we can harness or use to serve our national interests...The mere claim of a nation that it is on God's side is of no real consequence at all, and may actually be more an expression of blasphemy than godliness.” – James E. Wood, Jr.​ “To some, you're too conservative. To others, you're too liberal. To be a Christ follower is to be faithful amid tension. To stay engaged, to remain hopeful, to love anyway, to walk with integrity, and to bear witness to the love, mercy, and grace of Christ. This is becoming increasingly difficult, but such is our call as followers of Jesus. It's not merely what we believe but also how we engage.” – Eugene Cho, Though Shalt Not Be a Jerk​ “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 6:8 (NIV)​

Dr. Jack Goodyear July 24, 2022 Good Governments Ecclesiastes 10:16-17 Unlucky the land whose king is a young pup, ​ And whose princes party all night.​ Lucky the land whose king is mature,​ Where the princes behave themselves​ And don't drink themselves silly.​ -Ecclesiastes 10:16-17 (The Message) “Despite their radical differences in terms of theology, both Williams and Jefferson agreed on the desirability of religious disestablishment, Williams because he sought to maintain a pure church and Jefferson because he sought political stability...It has lent political stability by diverting social discontent into the religious sphere, and it has ensured religious vitality by guaranteeing untrammeled expression in the free marketplace of American religion.” – Randall Balmer, Blesses Assurance​  1. Good government requires leaders of good character 2. Good government requires good followers​ 3. Good government requires church and state separation​ “The gospel we preach and teach is not an individual gospel or a social gospel. It is a gospel that knows no limits in its application to life. It is a message for the total man, and hence it is also a message for every aspect of the world in which we live.” – T. B. Maston​ “Let us develop a kind of dangerous unselfishness.” – Rev. Martin Luther King, Jr. ​ “For the church to be the church and the state to be the state requires that the identity of each be clearly maintained. Allegiance to God and allegiance to Caesar are never to be the same, and in fact suggest always a conflict or tension with which the Christian knows he must live. National loyalty is not the supreme allegiance of man…The very mixing of allegiance to God with patriotism, so characteristic of many of the militant organized movements today crusading under the banner of Americanism, is a dangerous threat to both the freedom of the state and the freedom of the church.” – James E. Wood, Jr.​ “Christianity has adjusted itself much too easily to the worship of power. It should give much more offence, more shock to the world, than it is doing. Christianity should take a much more definite stand for the weak than for the potential moral right of the strong.” – Dietrich Bonhoeffer​ “The rising tide of American nationalism, which seeks to express itself in terms of religious faith, would make religion in America a culture religion or tribal faith. To be a good American and to be a good Christian are not one and the same and can never be… God and religion are not something our nation can possess or which can be contained within our national life; nor is God some national resource we can harness or use to serve our national interests...The mere claim of a nation that it is on God's side is of no real consequence at all, and may actually be more an expression of blasphemy than godliness.” – James E. Wood, Jr.​ “To some, you're too conservative. To others, you're too liberal. To be a Christ follower is to be faithful amid tension. To stay engaged, to remain hopeful, to love anyway, to walk with integrity, and to bear witness to the love, mercy, and grace of Christ. This is becoming increasingly difficult, but such is our call as followers of Jesus. It's not merely what we believe but also how we engage.” – Eugene Cho, Though Shalt Not Be a Jerk​ “He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.” – Micah 6:8 (NIV)​

In this episode, we discuss the fifty-two possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, What do we show loyalty to when we say the Pledge of Allegiance? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer.As you prepare for your U.S. Citizenship Test, you can download my "Audio Pack", which includes all 100 civics lessons, a Citizenship Guide, and Audio Flash Cards for easy memorization of all 100 questions & answers at StudyWithAndrea.com/USA.Support the show

A Cratloe farmer is calling on Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael to clarify their allegiance to rural Ireland after the Green Party Leader confirmed a cut to the national herd would be introduced. General Secretary for the Irish Cattle and Sheep Farmers Association has branded a mandatory decrease in the herd number as 'insanity'.

Continuing the series today Pastor Mark considers believers being slaves that have been freed from one master and put under a new master. Consider with us that despite having been justified by faith alone in Christ alone that believers have parts to play in sanctification.

WE'VE REACHED THE FINALE OF THE POE DAMERON COMICS! The last batch of Poe Dameron comics confirm a few things from the sequel trilogy, including how Poe survived the TIE crash on Jakku, how the scan of Starkiller Base was obtained, what Black Squadron were doing during the events of The Last Jedi and more! Plus Mike give some information on the Ikkrukkian, Kudon and Blarina species, Nien Nunb and other pieces of trivia! Volume 5 of Poe Dameron is primarily set around 34/35ABY (just after The Last Jedi but before The Rise Of Skywalker). Poe Dameron 26 was released April 2018, issue 31 was out September 2018, Annual 2 was out August 2018 and the trade paperback collection was released December 2018. Charles Soule is the writer of the main Poe comics, with Angel Unzueta as artist and Arif Prianto as colour artist, with Rachelle Rosenberg also on issue 27, while Jody Houser wrote Annual 2 with Andrea Broccardo as artist and Stefani Renee as colour artist. Make sure you listen to episodes 85, 89, 91 & 95 of SWCIC for the previous 4 episodes of Poe Dameron comics and check out ep 4 for an introduction to Poe's parents, ep 7 for the Allegiance mini-series (set between The Last Jedi & The Rise Of Skywalker) and ep 56 for Poe's Age Of Resistance comic! Last week, was the 100th episode special where Mike & Ben (of Star Wars Timeline) answered 20 questions submitted by listeners of the show; these questions range from favourite characters to theories to their wants of the future to downright silliness! Tune in for a wide range of topics all within the Star Wars universe, perfect for fans of any calibre, listen on this feed or watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/x-uPb7Hs8hg To hear Mike's exclusive canon book reviews on Last Shot, Dark Disciple & A New Dawn, plus the Legends books Shatterpoint, Darth Bane & Darth Plagueis as well as the movie & TV “Afterthoughts” episodes, support the show at http://patreon.com/genuinechitchat To listen to one of Mike's Patreon episodes for free, check out the first in Mike & Megan's Tom Hanks rewatch here: https://bit.ly/TomHanks1 Please subscribe to Mike's YouTube channel to see video versions of his conversations, playlists filled with episode of GCC & SWCIC and more: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClQvgois9knDkFvjqcpoQtw Mike appeared on Indie Comics Spotlight, discussing Cavan Scott's Shadow Service with Tony, listen on the feed of Comics In Motion! https://pod.fo/e/1259e4 Mike returned to Star Wars Timeline to talk about Villains in each of the SW trilogies here: https://youtu.be/V7382WWkSP0 Outro read by BZ The Voice: http://www.bzthevoice.com Intro theme arranged by Mike Burton, backing music by Eric Matyas at www.soundimage.org --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/comics-in-motion-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/comics-in-motion-podcast/support

Pastor John Bornschein and Dr. Steve Ford continue a verse-by-verse examination of Matthew 6:19-21. “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where thieves break in and steal;20 but lay up for yourselves treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust destroys and where thieves do not break in and steal.21 For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also."Support the show

In Hour 1, Damon Bruce and Ray Ratto discuss the Giants allegiance to analytics, chat with Tom Haberstroh, and more.

We must align ourselves with Christ. It can be very easy to get caught up in the politics of the world we live in, but it is clear that we are only meant to be on Jesus side as Christians. We are called to submit to authority, and honor Christ above all.

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Neil is raising money for the "StopFCC.com" campaign. First POLL: Do you think the words "Under God" should be removed from The Pledge of Allegiance in public schools? 2nd POLL: What American entertainment family do you think is the best of all-time?

Kimmer Show 450, Kimmer and The Pledge of Allegiance going back in time,  Georgia stones destroyed, RIP James Caan, Running with the bulls, Gov Abbot pushing illegals out, Funny Jeff Foxworthy, Thor review  Bad Texting theatre, and more STUFF on today's Kimmer-cast   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Pastor John Bornschein and Dr. Steve Ford examine Matthew 6:19-21 to help us understand where our treasure is. Support the show

From earliest times, God has commanded His people to see their national home through His holy eyes. In other words, countries around the world are to follow the Lord. Of course, many don't.   Jeremiah 30:22 says, “So you will be my people, and I will be your God.”   Many great civilizations have risen, but few last beyond a couple hundred years. Although history is debated, the foundations of America see a people who wanted to live holy unto the Lord. Modern America is still an ongoing experiment, but our Pledge of Allegiance, adopted in 1942, used the phrase “Under God.”   Lincoln used it for the first time during his Gettysburg Address, when he told the people that from that point on, we would be one people, united under the Living God.   This is something to celebrate, and we should! Our nation is always stretching to do better, and fulfill an ideal that is more than just some slogan. It is our calling to be this way.   Under God.   Let's pray.   Lord, thank you that Christ has been proclaimed in freedom in our nation! Help us continue this sacred calling. Amen.

Why should God continue to bless America? Do we still deserve to be blessed by God? Is it not time for America to bless God? These are the questions that Rick Wiles is asking on this Independence Day edition of the broadcast. The old America that we loved is gone. It was a God-fearing nation. As children, our elementary public schools opened each morning with the Lord's Prayer, the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag, and Bible reading. That was normal in public schools in the late 1950s and early '60s. Today mass shootings in schools are normal. What happened to us? Where did things go wrong in the USA? Rick Wiles, Doc Burkhart. 7/4/22It's the Final Day! The day when Jesus Christ bursts into our dimension of time, space, and matter. You can order the second edition of Rick's book, Final Day!  https://tru.news/3LknyuL

We start out with some nostalgia:  Red Skelton's Pledge of Allegiance, some prescient words from John Wayne, the Army Band's Stars and Stripes Forever, and Russ and I talking about what we like, love, and want to improve in the greatness that is the United States of America.Thank you for listening and subscribing and liking the hell out of us!Politics. Culture. Society. Science. Comedy (both intentional and unintentional). General ranting from two self-righteous and overly-educated ex-Army guys. You could call them relics. You could call them #wokeless. You could call them agitators. But be careful, they may call you an ambulance. And..... one of them is an actual bastardPodcasts are edited for YouTube, you can find the entire Two Grumpy Bastards Podcast on all podcast outlets.  Please rate us!Subscribe to our YouTube Channel:  https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfHvtEMQD7iIsFA9S2sEq7g You can support the Two Grumpy Bastards at:Patreon:  https://www.patreon.com/twogrumpybastardsMerchandise:  http://www.twogrumpybastardsmerchandise.comEtsy: (Yes, Etsy) https://www.etsy.com/shop/TwoGrumpyBastardsPodYou can also find us on Instagram and Twitter (2GrumpyBastards) and come join us on Facebook at the Two Grumpy Bastards Podcast Facebook GroupTo contact us message us on Social Media, or email twogrumpybastards@gmail.com    

In this episode from Across the Pond from February 2022, Shane Claiborne speaks with friend Jon Huckins. Jon focuses much of his writing and speaking on peacemaking, local/global engagement and activating the Church as an instrument of peace in our world.  For more information on Jon and his work visit: https://globalimmerse.org/  To help sustain our work, you can donate here To check out what RLC is up to, please visit us www.redletterchristians.org  Follow us on Twitter: @RedLetterXians Instagram: @RedLetterXians Follow Shane on Instagram: @shane.claiborne Twitter: @ShaneClaiborne Common Hymnal information: https://commonhymnal.com/ 

America is a brand.  And if you are an American, you are an affiliate or brand ambassador.  Theoretically, we're paid in “freedom” and the benefits of living in this country. But are we being paid in full?  As both consumers and ambassadors, the questions to ask ourselves are:  “What is the value proposition? Does America deliver on its brand promise of freedom and justice for all? Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness? What are the benefits of my brand loyalty? And what are the costs of buying in?”  In this episode of Marketing Muckraking, I'm exploring America the brand and the history of patriotic advertising, both for the country and its companies.  Did you know that the Pledge of Allegiance was originally written by a Christian socialist copywriter for The Youth's Companion newspaper in 1892 as a way to sell more newspapers? Readers who sold the most newspapers were awarded a free flag!  The Pledge of Allegiance was advertising, first and foremost.  Join me as we examine America the Brand through:  Copywriting – there's no brand with more consistent language around “freedom” and “happiness” than America. Pain Points — the American brand appeals to our sense of scarcity and our fear of what would happen to us if we lived anywhere else.  Opt-Ins — when we vote, we opt in to a sense of political efficacy that keeps us invested in what we'll get in return. Do our politicians deliver?  Accept No Substitutes — as schoolchildren, we're taught that the USA is the greatest country on Earth and everything else falls short. Is it true?  Brand Loyalty — branding is meant to justify a higher price because of our emotional connections. What price do we pay for loyalty to Brand America? Is it worth the extra cost?  Branding, at the end of the day, is the engineering of a reputation.  America The Brand has sold us on a reputation of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness.  If any other brand sold us this message and failed to deliver, we would stop buying. So why do we keep buying into this one?  Join me as we explore the history of selling America and using America to sell:  Colonial Advertising – America the Brand was sold to immigrants in order to populate the nation before it was even formally a country. Its free market was one of America's selling points, but the nation itself was its first product.  Post-Industrial Revolution Advertising – After the Industrial Revolution, the message of mass production was that the best way to exercise our freedom was through consumption. The American public was taught to buy constantly through, what Edward Filene called, "The School of Freedom": advertisers emphasizing the patriotic call of duty to "do the shopping."  WWI and WWII Advertising – War propaganda legitimized advertising as an industry and showed the powers that be that consistent and repetitive campaigns could shape public opinion. Advertisers sold American nationalism alongside star spangled corn biscuits and cigarettes.  Commodity Activism in Advertising – In response to counterculture, the struggles of marginalized communities to gain civil liberties, and their fight for representation, brands evolved to ads that positioned America as a utopian paradise of unity and diversity, where world peace was as easy as "buying the world a Coke" or purchasing from companies who ran social justice campaigns.  Ask yourself, "Does America deliver on its brand promise?" or does it simply offer layaway plans for freedom, asking us to keep making payments for a product it can't and won't deliver? 

Kingdom Mindset takes us through a six weeks of setting the eyes of our hearts on the heavenly things of God's Kingdom.

On January 14, 1969 on The Red Skelton Hour which aired on CBS, Red gave this heart touching explanation of the Pledge of Allegiance. This recitation was twice read into the Congressional Record of The United States. 

We are regularly being told that life in our society (and churches) is a zero-sum game. Pick one side or the other. What if the people of Jesus stopped trying to win culture wars and started living out the ways of Jesus in their communities? The cause of Christ does not have a political party, it has a church. In this July 4th weekend message, Chris challenges us to rethink where our allegiance lies.

Episode: If you’ve appreciated John Barclay’s monumental work on grace, Paul and the Gift, then you’ll be delighted to see how Enoch Okode’s work presses beyond Barclay into new territory. […] The post Enoch Okode – Christ the Gift and the Giver first appeared on OnScript.

Joshua Pauling, author, “I Pledge Allegiance to …What?” I Pledge Allegiance to …What?

We are tempted to sin daily, and giving into that sin without repentance keeps us from the abundant life God has promised us (John 10:10). John Elmore walks through 1 Corinthians 10:1-33 to discuss how to live in repentance, allegiance, and deference for the glory of God and for our own good.

We are tempted to sin daily, and giving into that sin without repentance keeps us from the abundant life God has promised us (John 10:10). John Elmore walks through 1 Corinthians 10:1-33 to discuss how to live in repentance, allegiance, and deference for the glory of God and for our own good.

On this day in 1954, President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed a bill to add the words “under God” to the U.S. Pledge of Allegiance.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.